Authentic Greek Salad with Aromatic Oregano Dressing

Name: Authentic Greek Salad with Aromatic Oregano Dressing
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1 large, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomatoes', 'amount': '2 large, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1 medium, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Kalamata olives', 'amount': '1 cup, pitted'}; {'ingredient': 'Feta cheese', 'amount': '1 cup, crumbled'}; {'ingredient': 'Mixed greens', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Red wine vinegar', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Dried oregano', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt and pepper', 'amount': 'To taste'}

Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with this vibrant Authentic Greek Salad. It's an intoxicating mix of crisp, fresh vegetables, briny olives, and tangy feta cheese, all topped with a homemade aromatic oregano dressing. This iconic dish is a staple in Greek cuisine, traditionally enjoyed in the warm summer months. It is believed to originate from the rural areas of Greece where fresh, seasonal produce is always at hand. The oregano dressing, a staple in Greek cuisine, adds the perfect finishing touch, enveloping every bite with its bold, herby flavor.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Cucumber (1 large, diced)
Tomatoes (2 large, diced)
Red onion (1 medium, thinly sliced)
Kalamata olives (1 cup, pitted)
Feta cheese (1 cup, crumbled)
Mixed greens (4 cups)
Olive oil (1/2 cup)
Red wine vinegar (1/4 cup)
Dried oregano (1 tablespoon)
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large salad bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, pitted kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and mixed greens. Toss gently to mix.
To prepare the dressing, in a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the aromatic oregano dressing over the mixed salad. Toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste. Enjoy this delightful taste of Greece right at your dinner table!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 550mg • Sugar: 5g

Authentic Greek Salad with Aromatic Oregano Dressing

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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